The Rule of Law in Japan: A comparative analysis / Edition 4

What’s in this book: In this fourth edition, which follows the same comparative structure as the former editions, author Carl Goodman – an internationally known authority with extensive experience in international practice, university teaching in both Japan and the US, and US government service – takes expert stock of new developments, including the following: Although the alteration of the legal landscape in Japan is highly visible, the author does not hesitate to raise questions as to how far-reaching the changes really are. In almost every branch of the new Japanese legal practice, he uncovers ways in which laws and judicial rulings are closely qualified and are likely to present challenges in any given case, thus reminding the reader in each chapter that “what you see may not be what you get.” How this will help you: Through a lens of legal norms and rules, this book provides a sophisticated understanding of the modern Japanese society. This work enables practitioners gain powerful insight into the influence of individualistic versus communal values on legal systems and such systems’ differing adoption of rule of law concepts. Thus, this book helps lawyers approach any case involving the Japanese legal norms confidently. For these reasons, and for its comprehensive coverage, this new edition is sure to become the best-informed practical guide for non-Japanese lawyers with dealings in Japan.